Notices
1980 - 1986 Bullnose F100, F150 & Larger F-Series Trucks Discuss the Early Eighties Bullnose Ford Truck

harmonic balancer question

Thread Tools
 
Search this Thread
 
Old Aug 14, 2007 | 08:31 PM
  #1  
egmeyer's Avatar
egmeyer
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
harmonic balancer question

Is there a difference in the harmonic balancers from an 83 block (4.9L 300) and a 91? Other than the V belt to Serpentine. I recently swapped blocks and used the 93 harmonic balancer on the 91 block. The problem is the timing marks don't align. My concern is a weight/balance issue that may mess up the new crank. Please help!!
 
Reply
Old Aug 15, 2007 | 12:26 AM
  #2  
Franklin2's Avatar
Franklin2
Moderator
25 Year Member
Photogenic
Community Builder
Community Influencer
Joined: Jan 2001
Posts: 56,995
Likes: 2,741
From: Virginia
Club FTE Gold Member
The 300 is naturally balanced, so the weight should not be an issue. If you can figure out the timing mark thing, it may be as simple as getting the later model bracket for the scale and bolting it in place. Or you can measure the diameter of the balancer, and then go to summitracing or jegs and get a timing tape. You will need to find top dead center for #1 cylinder, and then stick the timing tape on the balancer to line the 0 mark up correctly.
 
Reply
Old Aug 15, 2007 | 05:47 PM
  #3  
mhg's Avatar
mhg
Fleet Mechanic
Joined: Sep 2003
Posts: 1,279
Likes: 1
From: savannah,ga
or change to the other timing cover that has
the pointer to match the balancer
 
Reply
Old Aug 15, 2007 | 08:58 PM
  #4  
egmeyer's Avatar
egmeyer
Thread Starter
|
New User
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 7
Likes: 0
thanks

You guys are great!! Thanks for the advice. Any advice on a vacuum problem? It seems to not be coming off the manifold. Doesn't seem to be clogged but my entire vacuum system is down.
 
Reply




All times are GMT -5. The time now is 11:52 PM.

story-0
Top 10 Fords at 2026 Carlisle Ford Nationals

Slideshow: Top 10 Fords at 2026 Ford Nationals

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-09 11:10:08


VIEW MORE
story-1
3 Best / 3 Worst Parts of Modern Ford Ownership

Based on years of owning multiple modern Ford products.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-09 10:53:36


VIEW MORE
story-2
10 Amazing Upgrades That Solve Common Ford Truck Owner Headaches

SPONSORED: From muddy boots to rain-soaked cargo, these upgrades address some of the most common frustrations Ford truck owners face every day.

By Pouria Savadkouei | 2026-06-08 18:50:34


VIEW MORE
story-3
Every 2026 Ford Engine Explained

Here's everything you need to know about every Ford engine available for the 2026 model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-06-05 12:58:01


VIEW MORE
story-4
10 Ugly Ford Trucks That We Still Kinda Love

Slideshow: 10 ugly Ford trucks that we still kinda love.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-06-03 09:51:16


VIEW MORE
story-5
10 Things Every Truck Owner NEEDS (2026 Edition)

Slideshow: the best gifts for dads & grads

By Michael S. Palmer | 2026-06-03 15:43:58


VIEW MORE
story-6
Rezvani's Latest Post-Apocalyptic Monster Is a Ford F-150 Raptor Underneath

Slideshow: Called the Fortress, the 850-horsepower pickup combines Raptor underpinnings with military-inspired features, survival equipment, and a starting price of $285,000.

By Verdad Gallardo | 2026-06-03 11:38:36


VIEW MORE
story-7
Top 10 Most Expensive Ford Trucks Ever Sold on Bring a Trailer

Slideshow: 10 most expensive Ford trucks ever sold on Bring a Trailer.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-27 16:24:34


VIEW MORE
story-8
2027 Ford Super Duty Buyer's Guide (Every Model, Engine, & Package)

Here's everything that has changed for the latest model year.

By Brett Foote | 2026-05-27 16:17:28


VIEW MORE
story-9
Top 10 Ford Truck Tragedies

Slideshow: Top 10 Ford truck tragedies.

By Joe Kucinski | 2026-05-18 19:34:33


VIEW MORE